By Nwafor Sunday
Though we are celebrating Nigeria at 60, the country has many issues militating against its growth and development.
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Though one can say that the country has recorded some achievements over the years, but as a country that is celebrating its 60th anniversary, Nigeria is long overdue to be among top 3 best countries in the world, considering the natural endowment the country is blessed with.
Below are the reasons Nigeria is still where it is today
Bad governance/leadership
Bribery and Corruption
Insecurity: Terrorism, militancy, banditry, Kidnapping, thuggery, raping and armed robbery
Godfatherism
Tribalism/Ethnicity, Lopsided appointment/employment
Economic/Political marginalisation
Election rigging/vote buying
Talking without action
Desire to cheat your colleague, neighbor or brother
Poor education, health facilities
Rate of unemployment
Lackadaisical altitude of leaders/ masses
Intolerance
Sin
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